Scientists recognize four different subspecies of painted turtles: eastern, southern, midland and western. As evidenced by fossils found in the central United States, painted turtles have inhabited the region for at least 15 million years.
Definition of fundus. plural. fundi. play \ËfÉn-ËdÄ«, -ËdÄ\. : the bottom of or part opposite the aperture of the internal surface of a hollow organ: such asa : the greater curvature of the stomachb : the lower back part of the bladderc : the large upper end of the uterusd : the part of the eye opposite the pupil.
What is a normal size for a uterus and ovaries? The fundus is the topmost portion of the uterus and is known as the roof of the uterine cavity. During pregnancy, this is usually when the fertilized egg implants. The fundus and uterus can stretch significantly throughout pregnancy without any trauma or damage. Throughout pregnancy the uterus grows to make room for the growing fetus. Doctors check the fundal height, or the top of the fundus, through gentle pressure on the abdomen to ensure that the pregnancy is progressing correctly.